How to Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage, and Why It Matters First
Buying Basics · NW Metro AtlantaMortgage pre-approval is a lender's written assessment of how much you can likely borrow, based on a review of your…
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The Top Indicator if You Want To Know Where Mortgage Rates Are Heading
Mortgage rates have increased significantly since the beginning of the year. Each Thursday, Freddie Mac releases its Primary Mortgage Market Survey. According to the latest survey, the average…
Changes in the Mortgage Market – Buying a NW Metro Atlanta Home
It's been difficult to adjust to a new normal during the past few months. With most residents being asked to stay at home, there are…
Adventures in the Real Estate Maze | Dealing with Real Estate Agents in Atlanta
Buying a house can be quite an adventure. This is what I realized when I went out to buy my own first house. I started…
Mortgage Advice for Residential Real Estate
When it comes to owning property many people around the world will tell you that this is a lifelong dream. While once an opportunity that…
50-Year Mortgage in 2026: What NW Metro Atlanta Homebuyers Need to Know
Understanding the Proposed 50-Year Mortgage Option for Cobb, Cherokee, Paulding, Bartow, and Forsyth County BuyersThe housing market is buzzing with talk about a potential game-changer:…
Lowest Mortgage Rates in History: What It Means for Homeowners and Buyers
Mortgage rates are the lowest in history. In July, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell below 3% for the first time in history.1 And while…
Top 10 Myths That Trip Up First-Time Home Buyers
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably received your share of advice from family and friends. Add to that the constant stream of…
The Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act
As a result of the housing crisis, the government enacted the Mortgage Debt Relief Act of 2007 to help taxpayers. The following information is a…
FHA Back To Work Extenuating Circumstances Program
Last month the FHA relaxed the guidelines and requirements for many potential homebuyers affected by the economic downturn through bankruptcy and/or foreclosure, short sale or…